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Paperback. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: Indian Insect Pests by H. Maxwell-Lefroy is a pioneering work on the study of insect pests affecting agriculture in India. Published in the early 20th century, it provides a detailed account of various insect species that damage crops, livestock, and plants in the reg…ion. Maxwell-Lefroy classifies pests, discusses their behavior, life cycles, and ecological impact, and suggests methods for their control and management. The book is valuable for agriculturalists and entomologists, offering insights into pest management techniques and helping to improve crop protection and sustainable farming practices in India. It remains a key reference in agricultural entomology. About The Author: Harold Maxwell-Lefroy (18771925) was a renowned English entomologist who made significant contributions to the study of insect pests in India. His notable works include Indian Insect Pests (1906), where he documented pests affecting agriculture in India, and Indian Insect Life (1909), a comprehensive manual of tropical Indian insects. He also researched locust control, publishing Trials of the South African Locust Fungus in India (1907). Maxwell-Lefroy's other contributions include studies on the food of birds, the silk industry in India, and manuals on entomology, pest control, and insect nomenclature, significantly advancing agricultural entomology in India. The Title 'Indian Insect Pests written/authored/edited by H. MaxwellLefroy', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369204250 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 340 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 340.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: Indian Insect Pests by H. Maxwell-Lefroy is a pioneering work on the study of insect pests affecting agriculture in India. Published in the early 20th century, it provides a detailed account of various insect species that damage crops, livestock, and plants in the reg…ion. Maxwell-Lefroy classifies pests, discusses their behavior, life cycles, and ecological impact, and suggests methods for their control and management. The book is valuable for agriculturalists and entomologists, offering insights into pest management techniques and helping to improve crop protection and sustainable farming practices in India. It remains a key reference in agricultural entomology. About The Author: Harold Maxwell-Lefroy (18771925) was a renowned English entomologist who made significant contributions to the study of insect pests in India. His notable works include Indian Insect Pests (1906), where he documented pests affecting agriculture in India, and Indian Insect Life (1909), a comprehensive manual of tropical Indian insects. He also researched locust control, publishing Trials of the South African Locust Fungus in India (1907). Maxwell-Lefroy's other contributions include studies on the food of birds, the silk industry in India, and manuals on entomology, pest control, and insect nomenclature, significantly advancing agricultural entomology in India. The Title 'Indian Insect Pests written/authored/edited by H. MaxwellLefroy', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369201761 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 340 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 340.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: Indian Insect Life: A Manual of the Insects of the Plains (Tropical India) is a significant entomological work by Harold Maxwell-Lefroy, with assistance from F. M. Howlett. Published in 1909, this comprehensive manual covers the diversity of insect species found in th…e plains of tropical India. It provides detailed descriptions, classifications, and information on the biology and behavior of various insects, including their ecological roles and importance in agriculture and public health. The book was instrumental in expanding the understanding of Indian entomology, particularly in relation to insects' impact on crops, livestock, and human health. Howlett's illustrations and expertise in the collection and preservation of insects further enriched the work, making it a valuable resource for entomologists and researchers in the field of tropical insect life.The work is recognized not only for its scientific content but also for its contribution to the study of medical entomology in India, providing insights into pests, vectors of disease, and insect control methods. About The Author: Harold Maxwell-Lefroy (18771925) was an English entomologist who pioneered applied entomology. Serving as Imperial Entomologist in India, he introduced practical pest management methods and authored Indian Insect Life. Returning to England, he developed insecticides, saving Westminster Hall from wood-boring beetles. Founding Rentokil, his work advanced pest control. He died in a lab accident. Francis "Frank" Milburn Howlett (18771920) was a British entomologist specializing in Diptera and parasitic ticks, serving as Imperial Pathological Entomologist in India. He discovered methyl eugenol's effect on Bactrocera flies and contributed to insect control research and entomological publications. The Title 'Indian Insect Life: A Manual of the Insects of the Plains (Tropical India) written/authored/edited by Harold MaxwellLefroy, Assisted by F. M. Howlett', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367807774 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 1145 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Zoology, Biology. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 1145.
- Hardcover
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: Indian Insect Life: A Manual of the Insects of the Plains (Tropical India) is a significant entomological work by Harold Maxwell-Lefroy, with assistance from F. M. Howlett. Published in 1909, this comprehensive manual covers the diversity of insect species found in th…e plains of tropical India. It provides detailed descriptions, classifications, and information on the biology and behavior of various insects, including their ecological roles and importance in agriculture and public health. The book was instrumental in expanding the understanding of Indian entomology, particularly in relation to insects' impact on crops, livestock, and human health. Howlett's illustrations and expertise in the collection and preservation of insects further enriched the work, making it a valuable resource for entomologists and researchers in the field of tropical insect life.The work is recognized not only for its scientific content but also for its contribution to the study of medical entomology in India, providing insights into pests, vectors of disease, and insect control methods. About The Author: Harold Maxwell-Lefroy (18771925) was an English entomologist who pioneered applied entomology. Serving as Imperial Entomologist in India, he introduced practical pest management methods and authored Indian Insect Life. Returning to England, he developed insecticides, saving Westminster Hall from wood-boring beetles. Founding Rentokil, his work advanced pest control. He died in a lab accident. Francis "Frank" Milburn Howlett (18771920) was a British entomologist specializing in Diptera and parasitic ticks, serving as Imperial Pathological Entomologist in India. He discovered methyl eugenol's effect on Bactrocera flies and contributed to insect control research and entomological publications. The Title 'Indian Insect Life: A Manual of the Insects of the Plains (Tropical India) written/authored/edited by Harold MaxwellLefroy, Assisted by F. M. Howlett', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367809525 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 1145 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Zoology, Biology. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 1145.
